Diisopropyl ether

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs after single exposure(CNS) May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Highly flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.